Punjab Police is reportedly considering a major restructuring of the Dolphin Force across the province.
Under the proposed plan, Dolphin personnel could be merged into the regular district police. The move could help address staff shortages at police stations.
However, authorities have not issued an official notification yet. The proposal still requires approval from Punjab’s senior police leadership.
Why Is Punjab Police Considering the Change?
The reported restructuring aims to strengthen routine policing across Punjab.
Police stations require enough personnel for patrolling, investigations and emergency response. Crime prevention and other daily policing duties also depend on available staff.
Merging Dolphin personnel into district police could provide additional manpower for these responsibilities.
The proposal reportedly follows several operational challenges faced by the specialized unit.
Motorcycle maintenance has emerged as one of the reported concerns. Some vehicles have also become unserviceable, creating difficulties for regular operations.
These challenges may have contributed to discussions about changing the unit’s current structure.
Dolphin Force Was Launched in Lahore in 2016
The Dolphin Force was launched in Lahore in 2016 as a specialized rapid-response police unit.
Its officers became widely recognized for patrolling city roads on motorcycles.
The unit was designed to respond quickly to street crime and emergency situations. It was later expanded from Lahore to other cities across Punjab.
Over the years, Dolphin personnel have become a visible part of policing in major urban areas.
The proposed changes could now reshape how these officers operate across the province.
Personnel Could Join Regular District Police
If approved, the plan would reportedly move Dolphin personnel into regular district policing duties.
This could increase staffing levels at police stations facing manpower shortages.
The additional officers could support investigations, crime prevention and routine patrols. They could also strengthen emergency response operations at the district level.
However, the proposal remains under consideration.
No final decision to abolish or phase out the Dolphin Force has officially been announced.
Punjab’s senior police leadership is expected to make the final decision on the restructuring proposal.
Until an official notification is issued, the future structure of the unit remains unchanged.
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Any final decision could have a significant impact on policing operations and personnel deployment across Punjab.
